Networking Activities
Each registered attendee may select one activity to participate in on Tuesday, May 5. Costs are included
in the conference registration fee.
Bike the Sites of Washington, D.C.
This bike tour covers many of the spectacular monuments of Washington, D.C., including the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans' Memorial, World War II Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. A leisurely bike ride of approximately four miles will take place over three hours giving you plenty of time to explore your surroundings and experience Washington, D.C. at its finest!
while bikes are in motion.
Learn more about the local craft beers and how to pair it perfectly with food! In this interactive class, you will have the opportunity to learn directly from a local expert and leave with a better understanding of craft beers and how they are unique and part of a growing movement in the beer industry.
What to Wear
Comfortable attire is recommended.
April 2015 marks the 150th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination at Ford’s Theater. A guided tour
through the theater will include a special exhibit of rare artifacts including the derringer used by John Wilkes Booth, Lincoln’s top hat and the contents of his pockets the evening he was assassinated. The tour will continue across the street to the Petersen House where President Lincoln passed away. The afternoon will conclude with time at the Lincoln Memorial.
Guests can look forward to having one Experian host for each foursome. You will have the opportunity to request two other players to be in your foursome when you check in at the conference. Prizes will be awarded to the top foursome, closest to the pin and the longest drive.
For ladies, the preferred attire typically consists of a ladies golf shirt, dress slacks or Bermuda length shorts and non-metal spiked golf shoes. Jeans, cut-offs, t-shirts or denims are not permitted.
approximately 30 minutes each way.
Refreshments will be provided upon departure from the golf course.
Honoring America's Heroes
experience is necessary.
Mount Vernon, George Washington’s former home, sits perched atop the Potomac River and is one of the most visited tourist locations in the United States. This unique VIP tour will begin with a brief introductory film, "We Fight to be Free," featuring an overview of what life was like during George Washington's life at Mount Vernon.
Following the film, VIP tour guides will escort guests to the historic area giving an overview of the gardens, grounds and mansion with sneak peeks of behind-the-scenes areas not available to the general public. At the conclusion of the tour, there will be time to explore the Donald W. Reynolds Museum and Education Center which features 23 galleries and theaters, including a comprehensive collection of more than 700 objects chronicling the life of the Washington family.
From the modern building located on historic Pennsylvania Avenue, to the state-of-the-art theaters, exhibits and hands-on activities located inside, a visit will quickly show why TripAdvisor users rated the Newseum as a “Traveler’s Choice Top 10 Museum in the U.S.”
What to Wear
Comfortable clothing and shoes are recommended.
The tour will begin with a 30-minute water taxi ride from the Gaylord National Resort across the Potomac River to Alexandria. You will explore historical sites including Gadsby’s Tavern, a favorite spot of George Washington. Following the tour there will be an opportunity to explore the many shops, boutiques and galleries before returning to the resort.
Each guest will have the opportunity to experience a variety of signature Relâche Spa mini-treatments including Shoulder & Neck Chair Massages and Hand Treatments including a Polish Change option — all while networking with other participants.
Guests participating in the Relax, Rejuvenate, Network activity also will receive half-day passes to enjoy the Relâche Spa facilities, including steam and sauna rooms and more for the remainder of Tuesday afternoon.
What to Wear
Comfortable attire is recommended, with slip-on shoes.
Approximately 2 hours long, plus any leisure time you spend exploring the spa facilities.
Each year, millions of people visit Washington D.C.’s National Mall and memorial parks to commemorate
presidential legacies, to honor our nation’s veterans and to celebrate our nation’s commitment to freedom and equality. During this walking tour, you will learn about the history of Washington D.C. while being introduced to iconic landmarks like the White House, the Washington Monument, the US Treasury, the
National Gallery of Art, Union Station and other highlights of our nation's capital. You will also get the opportunity to experience the Jefferson Memorial, the Lincoln Memorial, the Reflecting Pool and the Vietnam
Veteran’s Memorial, among others.
Leave this unique place with a deeper understanding of our Nation’s Capital’s history, while renewing your level of respect for those who fought to protect it.
